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Grilled Ostrich Steak With Lemon and Sage Crust

Grilled Ostrich Steak With Lemon and Sage Crust

In today’s health-conscious world ostrich meat has become part of a balanced diet and allows the meat lover the pleasure of a scrumptious steak or fillet in the full knowledge that it is, in fact, a great choice. The freshness of lemon infuses the pan sauce with added acidity. Add the rich and herbaceous notes of the sage and you have a winner! The Mediterranean and Black Pepper Crusts are excellent alternatives.

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Preparation Time

20min

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Cooking Time

12min

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Servings

4

INGREDIENTS

  •  500g Klein Karoo Ostrich Steak
  •  25g Melted butter
  •  50g Fresh breadcrumbs
  •  Zest of 2 lemons
  •  30ml Sage leaves, finely chopped
  •  15ml Lemon juice
  •  Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

METHOD:

  • Take fresh breadcrumbs and add all the ingredients to it, except melted butter, and mix well.
  • Add melted butter and mix to bind breadcrumbs.
  • Mixture is moist but crumbly. Keep aside.
  • Prepare steaks until cooked to your liking.
  • Pat crust onto steaks in an even layer of approximately 5 mm.
  • Preheat grill element and grill until the crust is golden brown.
Chef’s tip:  Also try the crusts recipes below

Mediterranean Crust

  • ⅓ Cup fresh Italian breadcrumbs
  • ⅓ Cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 Cloves of garlic, crushed
  • 15ml Fresh oregano, chopped
  • 30ml Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 15ml Lemon zest
  • 30ml Lemon juice
  • 30ml Olive oil
  • 2.5ml Salt
  • 2.5ml Freshly ground black pepper

Black Pepper Crust

  • 50g Fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1 Clove of garlic, crushed
  • 2ml Cracked or coarsely ground black pepper
  • 25g Melted butter
  • Pinch of thyme
  • Pinch of marjoram
  • Salt to taste

Garlic and Herb Crust

  • 50g Fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1 Clove of garlic, crushed
  • 5ml Grainy mustard
  • 5ml Fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 25g Melted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Serve with mashed potatoes and fresh veg or salad

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